North Point Lighthouse is a historic maritime museum and working lighthouse located in Milwaukee's scenic Lake Park, offering visitors a chance to explore Great Lakes history and climb to spectacular 360-degree views of the Milwaukee waterfront.
The museum features exhibits on lighthouse history and Great Lakes maritime heritage, including artifacts and stories from the keepers and families who lived at Milwaukee's first lighthouse. Visitors can climb the tower for panoramic views of Lake Michigan and the surrounding park, and explore rotating exhibits like "The S.S. Christopher Columbus: A Whale of a Ship." The museum also features The Keepers Wall, which honors the lighthouse keepers and their families who were integral to the site's history.
Open Saturdays and Sundays from 1-4 pm with affordable admission, North Point Lighthouse operates as a nonprofit organization and welcomes visitors year-round. The site offers membership options for unlimited free admission, monthly lecture series on maritime topics, a gift shop, and rental spaces for events. Located at 2650 N. Wahl Avenue within Lake Park, it's an accessible destination for history enthusiasts, families, and anyone interested in Milwaukee's maritime heritage and scenic lakefront views.